Shot variation is using a variety of different sequences off shots using movement in a film. They include the long shots mid shots, close ups and extreme closeup. The different shots have a purpose in the film and affect the viewer. They can also keep scene more interesting as they focus on all angles instead of one point of view.
- A close-up is used to see the expression and the emotion that the character is feeling.
- Long shot is used to see the location of the scene and help the audience see what is happening in the scene.
- High and low angle can show the power and strength some characters have over others.
Shot variation is used in a lot of action films. It is good when there is a fast pace scene in a production. Some films have a high number of cuts in a short space so if they are all thee same angle it makes it boring, but when there is a variation of shots it helps to fasten the pace of the film.
